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Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - Dunes is Remarkable-have hope
| Before I start-has anyone heard from Josh & Sway? Dunes was diagnosed in June 2007. I was traumatized and she had a rough go at it. When diagnosed, her PCV was 15. She was placed on 80 mg. of pred and by the end of the week, I rushed her to Columbus for emergency services. Her PCV was 6. I cried for weeks and weeks. She had two blood transfusions that first week and went home with a PCV of 16 (I think). Within a week she was back and had to have another transfusion. The Vet told me that this dog was a fighter and that she wanted to live. She came home with 80 mg. of prednisone 20 mg. pepcid-2 x daily 1/2 low dose aspirin- 2 x daily atopica-150 mg 2 x daily (the generic did not work at all) Imurran After many ups and downs, she is now, in September of 2008, at a 42 PCV. She is currently taking 10 mg of pred, 1 and 1/2 tablet of Imurran, EOD, 50 mg. of atopica. She remains on 20 mg of pepcid twice daily and 1/2 low does aspirin, 2 x daily. In addition, I give her to 2 multi-vitamins a day and 2 tablespoons of Pet Tinic. She is heavier than before but jogs into the house, is still my shadow and is the most devoted creature in the world. I've spent-or should say charged over $10,000.00. But she is alive, chews on her bone and takes walks. She follows me upstairs and downstairs. I know there could be a relapse, but I think she will continue to progress. Those of you just starting out with this should understand that this takes vigilance, awareness at all times, patience, and a lot of love. I haven't been here for a while but I do remember the support and the caring that I received along with reassurance. Maybe Dunes' story can give some folks hope. God Bless! |
| Joe Ohio |
| That is fabulous news. What a fighter Dunes is. Congratulations! |
| nicky gvaz |
| Joe, That is fantastic news. Way to go Dunes! I am so happy for you both. Penny |
| Penny Lytle Creek Calif |
| Thanks, Joe. It's a wonderful encouragement to hear such good news. I wish the best for Dunes. Please continue to keep us updated. Karen |
| Karen NC |
| Way to go Joe and Dunes! Kent sends a four paws up! Christine and Kent Have not heard from josh and sway... |
| christine fl |
| Wonderful update on Dunes! Congrats! |
| Ronda So Cal |
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